Seed Innovation Grows as GDM Buys AgReliant

GDM acquires AgReliant to expand seed portfolio

GDM, a global leader in plant genetics, has announced it will acquire 100% of AgReliant Genetics, a well-known North American seed provider. This move will boost GDM’s strength in corn and soybean seed markets while helping farmers get better results from their fields. 

AgReliant was founded in 2000 as a joint venture by KWS and Limagrain. It has grown to become a key player in the North American seed industry. The company is known for its strong research in corn genetics and seed brands like AgriGold® and LG Seeds in the U.S., and PRIDE® Seeds in Canada. 

This acquisition allows GDM to expand its seed solutions by combining its soybean genetics expertise with AgReliant’s corn breeding program. AgReliant has the fourth-largest corn research program globally and holds one of the largest temperate corn genetic pools in North America. 

GDM, already the global leader in soybean genetics, will become the world’s fourth-largest corn genetics provider after the deal. Its existing brands, including Mustang Seeds, Revere, and DONMARIO, will now be supported by AgReliant’s strong corn offerings. This partnership brings global innovation and local farming insights together. 

“The GDM and AgReliant teams share a commitment to helping growers get the highest yield for their fields, and we are excited to welcome them into the GDM family,” said Ignacio Bartolomé, chief executive officer (CEO), GDM. “This acquisition is a significant development for both companies and a major milestone in GDM’s growth strategy in North America. It will allow us to serve farmers with an expanded and differentiated high-performance portfolio of solutions and create new opportunities to drive innovation, accelerate business growth and lead both sides of the acres.” 

“Farmers across North America stand to benefit tremendously from AgReliant joining GDM,” said Brian Barker, CEO of AgReliant. “Together, we are combining global innovation with local insights to create a more powerful, integrated seed portfolio that delivers greater value to the farmers we serve.” 

The acquisition is still subject to regulatory approvals from U.S. authorities. Until then, both companies will operate separately. 

This collaboration ensures better service, innovation, and support for farmers across the region. 

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